P.O.S.T. Certified Police Officer

Statesboro, City of•Statesboro, GA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Police Officer enforces federal, state, and local laws and protects life and property. This is a sworn position and will require the ability to perform basic patrol officer functions.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience
Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License
Georgia P.O.S.T. Certification
No felony conviction
No family violence conviction
No current illegal drug use
No tattoos/branding on the head, face, or ears

Nice To Haves

Tattoos to the neck/behind the ear will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Responsibilities

Patrols an assigned zone in order to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations
Issues citations
Completes zone checks for assigned zones
Responds to calls relayed by communications officers, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service duties, stranded motorists, and others
Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents, crimes, and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, securing crime scenes, and performs basic crime scene processing
Performs preliminary investigative work to include taking pictures, collecting statements, and lifting fingerprints
Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives
Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary
Provides first aid and CPR to victims as necessary and assists motorists
Provides traffic direction and escort services as needed for events such as parades, funerals, ball games, and school crossings
Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary
Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports
Inspects and maintains an assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment
Prepares and serves criminal warrants
Attends ongoing training classes as required
Performs Bailiff duties for Municipal Court